Benefit

Use Ornamental: Showy, Long-blooming, Blooms ornamental, Perennial garden Use Wildlife: Cover, Nectar-insects Warning: This plant contains substances that can cause painful irritation of the mouth and throat if ingested. Sensitivity to a toxin varies with a personís age, weight, physical condition, and individual susceptibility. Children are most vulnerable because of their curiosity and small size. Toxicity can vary in a plant according to season, the plantís different parts, and its stage of growth; and plants can absorb toxic substances, such as herbicides, pesticides, and pollutants from the water, air, and soil. Conspicuous Flowers: yes

Value to Beneficial Insects

Propagation

Propagation Material: Seeds Description: Plants may be progagated by root division or seed sown in cool soil Ė spring or early fall. Seed Collection: Not Available Seed Treatment: Germination is best with cold-moist stratification. Commercially Avail: yes

From the National Organizations Directory

According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is on display at the following locations: